Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Mobile Outpatient

Genesis Administrative Services • Glastonbury, CT

21h • Remote

About The Position

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Full time in Glastonbury and Newington CT. This role involves providing mobile outpatient services in Assisted Living Facilities (ALF), Independent Living Facilities (ILF), and community settings. Powerback is a leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, dedicated to helping older adults stay active and thrive. With over four decades of experience, Powerback delivers personalized care in various settings including skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. The company is looking for passionate individuals to join their industry-leading team and make a lasting impact in rehabilitation and wellness.

Requirements

• Must have a valid license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
• Must have a valid driver's license or reliable, independent transportation to and from the patients' residence.

Responsibilities

• Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other required meetings as a representative of occupational therapy, under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.
• Responsible for adherence to department and patient treatment schedule, timely clinical and billing documentation requirements as well as work related meetings.
• Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
• Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the occupational therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
• Maintains appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated.
• Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary.
• Puts Patient Service First: Ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights.
• Implements a patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Occupational Therapist.
• Provides individualized occupational therapy interventions including application of therapeutic techniques in such areas as, but not limited to: cognitive skills, muscle strength, coordination, endurance, mobility, perceptual abilities, sensory awareness, sitting and standing tolerance, balance, activities of daily living, joint protection, work simplification, orientation, physical agent modalities, low vision, falls risk management, medication management, health and wellness, community integration and reintegration.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members.
• Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
• Generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
• Free CEUs through Medbridge.
• Visa or Green Card sponsorships.
• Journey Travel Program.
• Exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more.
• PowerZone Employee Recognition Program.
• Clinicians in Action professional development program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree